The Fact
U.S. Census Bureau analysis reported that households experiencing difficulty obtaining adequate childcare lost an average of 65.8 days of work time in 2024.
What This Means
Childcare problems can affect household economics through lost work time as well as through direct childcare spending.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau, Child Care Challenges and Adaptations: Findings from the 2025 CPS ASEC.